Best of Khaleeji Hits: The '70s

Here we present a diverse lineup of Khaleeji prodigies, rooted in Arabic traditions. Today, Khaleeji's swirling combinations of violin and oud are mixed with distinctly modern pop production values, but the '70s saw the sound dominate in its original form. The percussive, dramatic sound started life as part of the Bedouin storytelling tradition—and this playlist takes us back to those roots.